UPSC Exam Calendar 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) released the UPSC Calendar 2026 on 15 May 2025, providing crucial dates for various exams. Aspirants preparing for UPSC exams can now check the exam schedule for various competitive exams, including: Civil Services, Engineering Services, Indian Forest Service, National Defence Academy (NDA) Exam, Combined Defence Services (CDS) Exam, and more.
UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Union (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | UPSC Exam 2026 |
| Post Name | Multiple Post |
| Category | All India Jobs |
| Job Type | Government |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
| Join Channel | Telegram | WhatsApp | Facebook |
UPSC Calendar 2026
The UPSC Calendar 2026 is now available! This official calendar provides crucial information on exam dates, notification releases, and application deadlines for various UPSC exams. Download the UPSC official exam calendar from the link given in this article.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts various exams annually, including :
- Civil Services Exam
- Engineering Services Exam
- Indian Forest Service Exam
- National Defence Academy (NDA) Exam
- Combined Defence Services (CDS) Exam
- Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) Exam
- Combined Medical Services (CMS) Exam
- Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Exam
- Combined Geo-Scientist Exam
- Indian Economic Service/Indian Statistical Service Exam
Additionally, UPSC conducts departmental exams for promotions. The Commission may revise the exam calendar if there are changes in exam dates.
UPSC Annual Calendar 2026
The UPSC exam dates are crucial for aspirants, helping them plan their studies strategically. UPSC exam dates generally follow a similar pattern annually, with slight variations. The UPSC releases an exam calendar, providing a tentative schedule for upcoming exams in 2026.
| S.No | Name of Examination | Date of Notification | Last Date for receipt of Applications | Date of commencement of Exam | Duration of Exam |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 10.01.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS | ||
| 2. | Reserved for UPSC Examination | 17.01.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS | ||
| 3. | Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination, 2026 | 03.09.2025 | 23.09.2025 | 08.02.2026 (Sunday) | 1 DAY |
| 4. | Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026 | 17.09.2025 | 07.10.2025 | 08.02.2026 (Sunday) | 1 DAY |
| 5. | CBI (DSP) LDCE | 24.12.2025 | 13.01.2026 | 28.02.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAY |
| 6. | CISF AC(EXE) LDCE-2026 | 03.12.2025 | 23.12.2025 | 08.03.2026 (Sunday) | 1 DAY |
| 7. | N.D.A. & N.A. Examination (I), 2026 | 10.12.2025 | 30.12.2025 | 12.04.2026 (Sunday) | 1 DAY |
| 8. | C.D.S. Examination (I), 2026 | 10.12.2025 | 30.12.2025 | 12.04.2026 (Sunday) | 1 DAY |
| 9. | Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026 | 14.01.2026 | 03.02.2026 | 24.05.2026 (Sunday) | 1 DAY |
| 10. | Indian Forest Service (Preliminary) Examination, 2026 through CS(P) Examination 2026 | 14.01.2026 | 03.02.2026 | 24.05.2026 (Sunday) | 1 DAY |
| 11. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 06.06.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS | ||
| 12. | I.E.S./I.S.S. Examination, 2026 | 11.02.2026 | 03.03.2026 | 19.06.2026 (Friday) | 3 DAYS |
| 13. | Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination, 2026 | 20.06.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS | ||
| 14. | Engineering Services (Main) Examination, 2026 | 21.06.2026 (Sunday) | 1 DAY | ||
| 15. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 04.07.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS | ||
| 16. | Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Examination, 2026 | 18.02.2026 | 10.03.2026 | 19.07.2026 (Sunday) | 1 DAY |
| 17. | Combined Medical Services Examination, 2026 | 11.03.2026 | 31.03.2026 | 02.08.2026(Sunday) | 1 DAY |
| 18. | Reserved for UPSC Examination | 08.08.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS | ||
| 19. | Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2026 | 21.08.2026 (Friday) | 5 DAYS | ||
| 20. | N.D.A. & N.A. Examination (II), 2026 | 20.05.2026 | 09.06.2026 | 13.09.2026 (Sunday) | 1 DAY |
| 21. | C.D.S. Examination (II), 2026 | ||||
| 22. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 26.09.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS | ||
| 23. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 10.10.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS | ||
| 24. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 31.10.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS | ||
| 25. | Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2026 | 22.11.2026 (Sunday) | 7 DAYS | ||
| 26. | S.O./Steno (GD-B/GD-I) LDCE | 16.09.2026 | 06.10.2026 | 12.12.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS |
| 27. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 19.12.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS |
Important Website Links
| UPSC Calendar 2026 PDF | Click Here |
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here |
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FAQ
1. Is UPSC Annual Calendar 2026 released?
The UPSC Calendar 2026 was released on 15 May 2025. Aspirants can download the official UPSC Annual Calendar 2026 PDF from the official website or the direct link shared in this article.